Self launch

  • self-guided

  • 3 hrs

  • Max 12 people

Self Lauch

Description

Self launch is valid for one person per ticket and non refundable if you fail to attend. You must wear a buoyancy aid or you can hire one from us for £3 each.


Children allowed from age 5 upwards but the adult must be on the water with them at all times in close proximity.


Experience the freedom of the water at your own pace with our Self Launch option at Liverpool Watersports Centre. Perfect for adventurers who want to explore the stunning Queens Dock and Liverpool Waterfront independently, this pay-and-play rental gives you 3 hours of access in a safe, welcoming environment.

Whether you’re paddling a kayak or gliding on a stand-up paddleboard, you’re in control of your journey.

Ideal for families, friends, or solo explorers, the self-guided experience lets you set your own speed and route while enjoying Liverpool’s vibrant waterfront.

Onsite parking subject to availability, changing facilities, showers, and a café, it’s the perfect day out. Dive into a memorable adventure where you control the fun—at Liverpool’s premier watersports centre.


No powered craft or rubber dinghies allowed.


Only stand up paddleboards, kayaks or canoes permitted.




Requirements

Must be able to swim at least 250m


What to bring

Own equipment either a paddleboard or kayak or canoe


Itinerary

Please check in at reception before going afloat.

Check out on return.


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From £5.00 per person
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    Free cancellation

    Up to 2 days in advance

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Upcoming availability

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Love this place. We’ve visited in the summer and in the autumn ish months. In the past we’ve had a go on the inflatables - we took our year 6 kids as a treat for finishing junior school a few summers ago, parents and ...

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After wanting to have a go at wild swimming for ages, and getting increasingly frustrated by lane swims in the pool, my sister introduced me to the Liverpool Water-sports Centre a little over a year ago - now I rarely go ...

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Ive been swimming here for over 15 years and love the place….. so much so I call it my ‘happy place’ This is where I’ve done all my training for my open water long distance swimming inc The English Channel and round ...

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The best place in Liverpool to have a great time in or on the water. A brilliant facility staffed by an amazing team highly skilled in kayaking, sailing, paddle boarding, open water swimming, water safety etc. Thank you ...

Gareth Marshall

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The best place in Liverpool to have a great time in or on the water. A brilliant facility staffed by an amazing team highly skilled in kayaking, sailing, paddle boarding, open water swimming, water safety etc. Thank you ...

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